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I have been a teacher for 20 years and have made a lot of resources that have worked in my classroom. You can find them on Tes . I have also made some Boomcards which you can preview on the linktree link below.
Defuse the Bomb – Bar Chart Challenge Are you ready to test your data analysis skills and save the day? A notorious mathematician has planted a bomb, and your task is to defuse it by answering key questions about two bar charts! ★★
Each correct answer helps you cut a wire – but be careful! Cut the wrong one, and things might blow up!
In this thrilling activity, you’ll use the test score data from Class A and Class B to solve puzzles involving mean, median, mode, and range. Only those with sharp statistical skills will successfully defuse the bomb and escape unscathed!
Red Wire: Is the mode for Class A 4? Blue Wire: Is the median score for Class B 4? Green Wire: Is the range for Class A higher than Class B? Yellow Wire: Does Class A have more students with a score of 6 than Class B?
And many more! With 10 color-coded questions to answer, you’ll have to carefully analyze the data and think fast!
This resource is perfect for:
►Classroom activities to boost critical thinking and data interpretation skills.
►Math challenges and competitions.
►Interactive learning for students looking to apply statistics in a fun way.
Get ready to tackle the challenge, improve your math skills, and defuse the bomb! Time is ticking…❤❤❤
Are you looking for a practical, real-world approach to teaching ratios, proportions, and problem-solving? This Functional Skills Construction Maths Worksheet: Concrete Ratios Edition is designed to bridge the gap between maths concepts and their tangible applications in construction.
This worksheets focus on the essential skill of mixing concrete, offering scenarios where students must calculate the correct amounts of cement, sand, and aggregate. From figuring out the ratios needed to make specific quantities of concrete, to understanding how changes in these ratios affect the overall mix, your students will engage with maths in a context that is directly relevant to everyday life.
Whether it’s determining the right mix for building a wall, or calculating the cost efficiency of materials, these exercises will help students see the value of maths in the world around them. By working through these problems, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of ratios and proportions, all while solving practical challenges faced in the construction industry.
Empower your students with the knowledge that maths is not just for the classroom—it’s a vital tool used in countless careers, including construction!
Perfect for teachers aiming to provide engaging, hands-on lessons that answer the age-old question: “When will we ever use this in real life?”
Answers included.
★★This resource is part of a discounted bundle that can be found here★★
As a Maths teacher, you’re well aware of how often maths plays a crucial role in our everyday lives. Yet, you’re probably no stranger to the persistent question from students: “When are we ever going to use this in real life?” It’s a common refrain that might even be part of your daily routine.
To give your students a break from asking that question—at least for one lesson—introduce them to this Functional Skills Construction Maths Worksheet.The worksheet is designed to highlight a different aspect of maths and how it’s applied in real-world scenario, effectively demonstrating that maths is not just a classroom subject, but a vital tool we use beyond school.
This worksheet specifically the construction industry, showcasing the indispensable role of maths in the task of building a brick wall
Building Brick Walls: Students will engage with problems that require them to calculate the number of bricks needed for different types of walls, understand the impact of wastage, and even visualize the construction process with detailed diagrams. Through this, they’ll see firsthand how maths is crucial in ensuring that structures are built accurately and efficiently.
With this Functional Skills Construction Maths Worksheet, your students will not only practice their maths skills but also gain a better understanding of how these skills are applied in meaningful, everyday tasks.
★★This resource is part of a discounted bundle that can be found here★★
How Is This Viking Alphabet Worksheet Useful? This worksheet will captivate children by letting them write their names using Viking Rune letters!
This fantastic resource can enhance history lessons, English lessons, or just be used for fun. After your students write out their names, encourage them to use the Viking alphabet to create other words or secret messages fostering creativity and critical thinking, as well as converting English words to Viking Runic and also Viking Runic to English.
This hands-on activity promotes active participation, making learning about Vikings more interactive and enjoyable for primary school children.
Additionally, this resource is perfect for creating eye-catching classroom displays. Imagine writing messages for the children in both English and Runic!
Boost engagement in your classroom with this creative and educational worksheet!
Promote Your Subtraction Skills with this Fun Sports Shop Worksheet!
Are you ready to take your math skills to the next level? Dive into this engaging 4-page worksheet, designed specifically to help students master subtraction through practical, real-life scenarios! Designed for Functional Skills Level 1 learners but a great resource for any learners working on claculating discounts by subtraction
What’s Inside?
►Real-World Math Problems
Students will work out the new cost of various sports products in a vibrant and dynamic sports shop setting. Each problem involves subtracting discounts or price reductions, making math both fun and relevant.
►Colorful Images
Our worksheet is packed with colorful images of sports products like soccer balls, tennis rackets, sneakers, and more! These visuals not only make the learning experience more enjoyable but also help students visualize the items they’re calculating prices for.
►Answer Sheet Included
To ensure effective learning, we’ve included a comprehensive answer sheet. Students can check their work and understand their mistakes, making this worksheet a great tool for both practice and self-assessment.
Key Features:
★Engaging Content: Real-life sports shop scenarios make subtraction interesting and relatable.
★Colorful Visuals: Eye-catching images help maintain students’ interest and aid in better understanding.
★Comprehensive Learning: Four pages of varied subtraction problems to enhance and solidify subtraction skills.
★Self-Assessment: Included answer sheet for easy and quick verification of answers.
Perfect for classroom activities, homework assignments, or extra practice, this worksheet is an excellent resource for students to improve their subtraction skills while having fun. Don’t miss out on this exciting learning tool!❤❤
Get your copy now and watch your students’ subtraction skills soar!
Assess your students’ comprehension skills with this engaging Rosa Parks Reading Comprehension Activity! Suitable for whole class, small group, or individual use, this resource is written at a Primary 4 reading level and includes four multiple choice and two short answer questions. Answers included.
It provides a deeper understanding of Rosa Parks’ life and her significant impact on the civil rights movement. Spark meaningful discussions and enhance learning outcomes with this comprehensive resource!
Dive into the Easter spirit with our Egg-citing Word Scramble activity! Perfect for young learners, this engaging resource challenges kids to unscramble letters and discover Easter-themed words.
Reinforce vocabulary while having fun during classroom activities or at-home learning. With two worksheets and answers included, it’s easy to incorporate this educational game into your Easter celebrations.
Download now and watch as your little chicks unravel the puzzle of Easter words! Let the egg hunt of wordplay commence!
Roblox Math Adventure: Fun, Games, and Learning! Hey there, math explorers and Roblox fans! Are you ready to combine your love for Roblox with some awesome math challenges? This activity is perfect for Year 5 yo Year 8 (ages 9-13) and will take you on a fun journey through the world of Roblox—where math meets gaming!
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What’s Inside?
Real-World Math Problems:
•Calculate Robux savings, game stats, and more!
•Solve puzzles using your favourite Roblox games like Adopt Me, Tower Defence Simulator, and Brookhaven.
Skills You’ll Practice:
►Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
►Fractions, ratios, and problem-solving.
►Budgeting and strategic thinking.
Sample Question:
In Adopt Me, you need 10,000 stars to unlock a rare pet. If you earn 500 stars per day, how many days will it take to unlock the pet?
Why You’ll Love This:
★Fun and Engaging: Learn math while exploring your favourite Roblox games!
★Curriculum-Aligned: Perfect for Irish Primary School Curriculum (3rd to 6th ★Class).
Get Started Now!
Download your Roblox Math Worksheet today and level up your math skills!
❤❤Let’s make math as fun as playing Roblox! ❤❤
Calling all young math explorers! Dive into the world of Starbucks and discover how math is everywhere—from counting drinks to making healthy choices! This fun and engaging activity aimed Year 5 to 8(ages 9 to 13) comes with 2 versions for differentiation.
What’s inside?
•Estimate how many drinks Starbucks sells in a year.
•Compare drink sizes and nutrition facts.
•Solve real-world math problems with your favourite Starbucks drinks!
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Sample Question:
If a Grande Hot Chocolate has 330 calories, how many calories are in a Tall (12 oz) Hot Chocolate? (Hint: It’s all about fractions!)
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Why join the fun?
✔Learn math in a delicious way!
✔Practice problem-solving with real-life examples.
✔Make smarter, healthier drink choices.
✔Download your worksheet today and start your Starbucks math adventure!
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Perfect for:
►Kids who love Starbucks
►Parents and teachers looking for fun math activities
►Anyone who wants to combine learning with a love for coffee (or hot chocolate)!
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Let’s sip, solve, and smile together!
Bonus Fun Fact:
Did you know Starbucks sells enough drinks each year to stack cups to the moon and back—twice? Now that’s a lot of math to explore!
Boost your exam preparation with this Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Mock Test Paper!
This original paper is designed to follow the official Pearson exam format, making it an ideal resource for students aiming to pass their Functional Skills Maths Level 2. Plus, it’s a great addition for students using other exam boards as well!
This mock test includes:
•Non-Calculator Section
•Calculator Section
•Both sections are designed to replicate the real exam as closely as possible to help students get comfortable with the layout and structure.
Along with the paper, you’ll receive:
•A detailed mark scheme with answers to guide students on how to improve their scores and understand the rationale behind each solution.
By using this mock paper, students will:
•Gain familiarity with the Pearson exam format.
•Build confidence to tackle both calculator and non-calculator questions.
•Benefit from realistic exam conditions to enhance their exam technique.
Make this mock paper an essential part of your exam prep and set yourself up for success in the Functional Skills Maths Level 2 exam!
Mystery Grid Ratio Worksheets – Fun & Engaging Math Puzzles! Looking for a fun and interactive way to master ratios? Our Mystery Grid Ratio Worksheets turn learning into an exciting challenge! Perfect for students of all levels, these worksheets help develop key math skills while solving intriguing number puzzles.
Three Levels to Build Confidence & Skills:
►Basic Level – Ideal for beginners! Focus on scaling up ratios and simple number relationships.
►Intermediate Level – Challenge yourself with simplifying ratios and linking multiple clues.
►Higher Level – Test your skills with complex ratio sharing and multi-step reasoning!
What’s Inside?
► Engaging, clue-based puzzles that encourage logical thinking.
►Covers key skills: scaling, simplifying, and sharing in ratios.
Designed for independent work, group activities, or extra practice.
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Perfect for 6th to 9th Year
Download & Print Now! Transform ratio practice into an adventure of numbers!
Explore the World of Jane Austen with This Exciting English Comprehension Resource!Designed for students aged 14-16, this resource dives into the timeless works and themes of Jane Austen, offering an engaging way to develop comprehension and critical thinking skills. Whether it’s for GCSE English, Functional Skills, or just a love of literature, this resource will spark curiosity and thoughtful discussions!
Key Features:
➤ Engaging Comprehension Questions: Dive deep into Austen’s life, her iconic novels like Pride and Prejudice and Emma, and the universal themes of love, class, and independence.
➤ Thought-Provoking Analysis Questions: Encourage students to analyze Austen’s social critiques, literary techniques, and the relevance of her works today.
➤ Perfect Practice for English Skills: Build vocabulary, improve reading comprehension, and sharpen essay-writing skills with questions that challenge and inspire.
Why Students Will Love This Resource:
♥Relatable Themes: Austen’s exploration of love, personal growth, and societal expectations resonates with readers even today.
♥Critical Thinking Focus: Students will learn to analyze irony, themes, and character development while making connections to modern issues.
♥Interactive Learning: Perfect for classroom discussions, group activities, or independent study.
Ideal For:
★ GCSE English and Functional Skills Levels 1 & 2.
★Teachers looking to foster deeper engagement with literature.
★Students eager to improve comprehension and literary analysis skills.
Download Now for Inspiring Lessons!
Bring Jane Austen’s brilliance to life in your classroom with this resource! Encourage students to explore her timeless stories while enhancing their English skills. Let’s inspire the next generation of literary thinkers!
★ Maths Murder Mystery: Adding and subtracting Fractions with common denominators with The Simpsons! ★ Are your students ready for a fun, interactive, and educational challenge? This Maths Murder Mystery combines problem-solving, critical thinking, and laughter as students delve into the world of The Simpsons to uncover a heinous crime! Perfect for reinforcing key GCSE Foundation Maths skills, including Adding and subtracting Fractions with common denominators
Theme: The Simpsons
Join Principal Skinner, Milhouse, Apu, Mr Burns, and other beloved characters from Springfield as they unravel a mysterious murder in town! Using their maths expertise, students will crack codes, solve puzzles, and uncover the culprit, the location, and the day the crime occurred. ❤
How it Works
Students will tackle exciting adding and subtracting Fractions with common denominators questions to reveal vital clues. As they solve each question, they’ll inch closer to solving the crime and bringing the wrongdoer to justice! The engaging storyline and characters will keep them hooked, while they apply their maths skills in a unique and thrilling way.
Perfect for GCSE Foundation Maths
This resource provides an exciting way to assess students’ understanding of adding and subtracting Fractions with common denominators. By combining learning with problem-solving, it turns a standard topic into an unforgettable experience.
☺Highlights:
► Interactive learning: Students stay motivated and engaged.
► Critical thinking skills: Combines maths with logic and deduction.
► Versatile use: Ideal for classrooms, home schooling, or independent study.
► Low-prep activity: Print, distribute, and let the fun begin!
Why Choose Maths Murder Mystery?
♦ Fun, familiar theme: Students will love solving mysteries with The Simpsons!
♦Skills-building: Strengthens maths knowledge while encouraging logical reasoning.
♦ All-in-one solution: Instructions, clues, and answers included for easy marking.
❤ Get your students involved in this thrilling math adventure today! They’ll be laughing, thinking, and solving while mastering important mathematical concepts. Who knew Maths + The Simpsons = the perfect combo? ❤
Grab your copy now and let the mystery begin!
★ Maths Murder Mystery: Solve the Nth Term with The Simpsons! ★ Are your students ready for a fun, interactive, and educational challenge? This Maths Murder Mystery combines problem-solving, critical thinking, and laughter as students delve into the world of The Simpsons to uncover a heinous crime! Perfect for reinforcing key GCSE Foundation Maths skills, including calculating the nth term of a linear sequence.
Theme: The Simpsons
Join Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and other beloved characters from Springfield as they unravel a mysterious murder in town! Using their maths expertise, students will crack codes, solve puzzles, and uncover the culprit, the location, and the day the crime occurred. ❤
How it Works
Students will tackle exciting nth-term problems to reveal vital clues. As they solve each question, they’ll inch closer to solving the crime and bringing the wrongdoer to justice! The engaging storyline and characters will keep them hooked, while they apply their maths skills in a unique and thrilling way.
Sample Question
Here’s a sneak peek of the challenge:
Moe’s Tavern
nth term is 6n + 2. So the 4th term must be 26.
True or False?
Students must calculate and decide if the statement is correct. With each solved question, they’ll uncover a new clue to help them crack the case! ✔✖
Perfect for GCSE Foundation Maths
This resource provides an exciting way to assess students’ understanding of nth term sequences. By combining learning with problem-solving, it turns a standard topic into an unforgettable experience.
☺Highlights:
► Interactive learning: Students stay motivated and engaged.
► Critical thinking skills: Combines maths with logic and deduction.
► Versatile use: Ideal for classrooms, home schooling, or independent study.
► Low-prep activity: Print, distribute, and let the fun begin!
Why Choose Maths Murder Mystery?
♦ Fun, familiar theme: Students will love solving mysteries with The Simpsons!
♦Skills-building: Strengthens maths knowledge while encouraging logical reasoning.
♦ All-in-one solution: Instructions, clues, and answers included for easy marking.
❤ Get your students involved in this thrilling math adventure today! They’ll be laughing, thinking, and solving while mastering important mathematical concepts. Who knew Maths + The Simpsons = the perfect combo? ❤
Grab your copy now and let the mystery begin!
Master the nth Term with This Engaging Resource! Take the stress out of teaching sequences with this nth Term Practice Pack! Tailored for Year 8 students, it offers a great challenge for Year 7 learners and serves as an effective revision tool for Year 9. This resource uses Big Bang Theory characters and instead of Red, amber,green uses the phrases Got it, smashed it and mastered it
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
► Scaffolded Learning Progression:
Students progress from identifying simple linear sequences to tackling more complex problems, including quadratic sequences.
► Clear and Organized Layout:
The structured design allows students to concentrate on learning while making lesson prep effortless for you.
► Interactive PowerPoint Presentation:
Bring sequences to life with an engaging PowerPoint that displays questions and answers for the entire class. Ideal for interactive discussions, whole-class teaching, or independent learning.
► Versatile Application:
Use this resource as a dynamic lesson starter, a meaningful plenary, or a focused worksheet. Its flexibility makes it ideal for a variety of teaching contexts, whether introducing concepts or reinforcing skills.
► Seamless Integration:
Perfect for classroom and remote learning alike, the PowerPoint is compatible with Interactive Whiteboards (IWBs) and virtual learning platforms.
► Answer Key Included:
Quickly check answers or enable self-assessment to promote student responsibility and confidence.
What’s Included in the Pack?
24 problems, from basic linear sequences to quadratic sequences.
Thought-provoking questions designed to solidify understanding and challenge higher-level thinking.
Guided practice to help students deduce and apply the nth term rule effectively.
Whether you’re introducing the nth term for the first time or providing focused practice, this resource is a must-have in your math toolkit. Watch your students excel while you enjoy the convenience of a ready-made, engaging lesson plan.
❤ Download now and transform the way your students approach sequences! ❤
Embark on an exciting journey through time with Doc Brown and Marty McFly as you uncover their iconic time-traveling adventure, all while mastering the Pythagorean Theorem.
Perfect for making math fun, this downloadable activity combines the thrill of time travel with the power of right-angle triangles. As students solve each equation, they’ll reveal scenes from the legendary Back to the Future saga.
Download now and turn Pythagoras into a time-traveling adventure that makes learning unforgettable!
☃☃Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Classroom with this Christmas-Themed Codebreaker Activity! ☃☃
What’s Included?
★26 Math Problems: Engage students with converting standard form.
★A Hidden Festive Message: Solve all the problems to uncover a secret Christmas joke—adding excitement and motivation!
Why Choose This Resource?
★Interactive and Educational: Combines essential math skills with the joy of the holiday season.
★Festive Fun Guaranteed: Bring the magic of Christmas to your classroom while reinforcing learning goals!
Perfect For:
This activity is ideal for students working with numbers in standard form. Perfect for end-of-term lessons, holiday-themed math practice, or engaging classroom activities during the festive season!
☃☃Download now and start spreading the holiday cheer! ☃☃
Unlock the Holiday Fun with the Christmas-Themed Pythagoras Codebreaker!
Get ready for a festive math adventure! Solve Pythagorean theorem problems, where the answers correspond to letters of the alphabet. As you crack each code, you’ll uncover the punchline to a holiday-themed joke!
Can you break the code and reveal the festive punchline? Perfect for math lovers and Christmas enthusiasts alike, this puzzle will challenge your problem-solving skills while filling your holiday season with laughter!
What do you get when you solve the puzzles?
❄A fun holiday joke that’ll make everyone smile!
❄So, put on your Santa hat , grab your pencil ✐, and get ready to decode the Christmas cheer!
It’s time to let the festive fun and math magic begin!
Bring the holiday cheer into your classroom with this Christmas-themed Percentage Codebreaker Activity!
What’s Inside?
❄26 fun, festive percentage problems: Engage students with real-life scenarios like calculating discounts on Christmas cakes and price increases for festive jumpers!
❄Secret festive message: Solve all problems to uncover a hidden Christmas phrase – perfect for adding excitement and motivation!
❄Holiday humor: Hilarious Christmas jokes sprinkled throughout to keep the activity light and engaging!
"What do you get if you cross a snowman and a dog? FROSTBITE☺☺☺
Why Use This Resource?
★Interactive and educational: Combines math practice with holiday fun.
★Perfect for all abilities: Differentiated scenarios allow everyone to shine.
★Festive spirit guaranteed: Create excitement in the classroom with Christmas-themed learning!
Who Is It For?
This resource is ideal for math students practicing percentage increase and decrease problems in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for end-of-term lessons or holiday-themed activities!
Download now and let the festivities begin! ☃☃☃
Engage kids in a festive math adventure with this Santa Hat Coordinate Drawing Activity! This printable game transforms learning coordinates into a fun holiday challenge. Children will develop graphing skills in all 4 quuadrants while creating a charming Santa Hat illustration.
Just plot the points, connect them precisely, and watch a festive image emerge on the page. An entertaining way to practice spatial reasoning and mathematical plotting during the holiday season.
Key benefits:
Improves coordinate plotting skills
Enhances spatial awareness
Provides seasonal learning fun
Suitable for ages 11-16
Requires only a pencil and ruler